Men, how can you really protect women at night? Tips from the survey!

Men, how can you really protect women at night? Tips from the survey!

More and more women feel uncomfortable at night when unknown men follow them. A current survey by VOL.AT examines how men can help women feel more secure in such situations. The mere appearance of an unknown man behind a woman can immediately trigger an exciting and uncertain situation. It is therefore important to understand the subjective feeling of security and take it seriously.

In the survey, many women express specific wishes in order to feel more secure. Miriam from Kennelbach demands that men be considerate, for example by keeping their distance or using reassuring words. She even considers taking pepper spray with her and has someone accompany her home. Martina from Lustenau suggests that men should cross the street to keep their distance, while Ramazan emphasizes that the responsibility should not lie solely with men. He believes that a man without evil intentions need not do anything to inspire trust. Anja from Dornbirn, on the other hand, calls for more mindfulness in public spaces, especially at night.

Recommendations for more security

To make women feel safe, Elmar from Lauterach recommends not running after them, but instead walking to the side. Similarly, Emilia and Svea from Satteins and Feldkirch emphasize how important physical distance is in order not to make women feel like they are being followed. All of these suggestions show that small changes in men's behavior can contribute significantly to women's safety.

The context of this discussion is further supported by research on gender roles. According to a report by the Federal Agency for Civic Education, the aim today is to overcome gender-typical role concepts in politics, business and society. A survey showed that around 70% of respondents believe that both genders should take care of the house and children equally. However, gender-specific beliefs still exist, such as the view that women are better carers for young children.

While equality policy makes progress, the challenge remains to question stereotypical gender roles and promote respectful interaction in everyday life. The issue of women's safety in public spaces is high on the agenda and requires open dialogue between the genders.

In summary, simple changes in men's behavior can significantly increase women's sense of security. These adjustments should not only be seen as an individual responsibility, but as part of a larger social change that is essential for equal coexistence.

Further information on attitudes towards gender roles is provided by detailed data from the Federal Agency for Civic Education, which analyzes social developments towards equality.